Food Sources for Disenfranchised
As more and more people slip below the poverty lines,people are going hungry needlessly. There are food banks that provide free food boxes. These may be church sponsored or community sponsored, and they want to help those in need. Don’t let pride get in the way, many more people than ever are signing up for food help.
If you have not taken advantage of a food box before, you will need to fill out paperwork and give proof of income, number in household and so forth. Each service has a time span between allotted visits. These vary, so be sure to ask the person in charge.
No one needs to go hungry. They believe in what they are doing and make going to their service as easy as
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Many food banks have bread and other things out for the taking, in addition to your own box. Please be respectful and take only your share. Do not complain about the food, be grateful you have something to eat. Remember, a thank you is their reward, show your appreciation.
As with all food, be sure to inspect your box for outdated codes, dented or damaged cans. If the can appears to have leaked or is damaged, throw it away. Cans in these conditions might cause food poisoning.
If you get things you just don't want, share with someone else who can use the item.
When you are able, please remember to donate items at food barrels in the stores. Don't donate things no one wants to eat. Donate good quality food. If you won’t eat it, probably others would’t either.
Suggestions for donations:
tuna, beans, soup, fruit, can veggies, crackers, dry beans, pasta, raisins,cereal, peanut butter - foods that will not spoil, such as dry milk are ideal. Remember the children who need healthy food for their bodies to grow strong.
Cookies, packets of juice, to name a few help parents feed their little ones.
Have a great holiday season and remember to be thankful for what you do have. Donating to food banks is a great all year-round act of compassion.
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Family Advocacy - Part Two
(Continued from Part 1)
Be an Advocate for Yourself
Think back to the last time you were on an airplane and the flight attendant was going over the safety instructions…when the oxygen mask drops down from above you are to secure yours first and then help your children or others who need assistance. The same applies to your mental illness except that there is no air mask that automatically drops down. You have to create the life saving devices yourself. You can chose between two roads. Both roads are bumpy, filled with hidden sand traps and detours into never ending thick jungles but one trail gives you some control, knowledge and power and the other leaves you whining and blaming everyone and everything for your misfortune. The one you pick will affect everyone around you - especially your children. The following are some ideas to get you on the right path:
*Take your medications as prescribed
*Tell you doctor immediately if you have an adverse reaction to a new medication
*Get a weekly pill box to help you remember to take your medications
*Make sure you are aware of any severe side effects that could harm you If your medication requires blood tests - don’t miss them
*Don’t miss appointments with your psychiatrist
*Educate yourself about your illness
*Read books
*Join support groups
*Ask questions of experts
*Know your early warning signs so you can catch an episode before it gets out of control
*Build a support network
*Get into a routine so you don’t feel stressed or forget things
*Pick out your work clothes the night before
*Set aside certain days for specific tasks
*Make a family calendar if your family participates a lot of activities
*Make time for yourself
*Eat healthy
*Try to avoid overly stressful situations or situations that can trigger an episode
*Learn relaxation techniques
*Deep breathing
*Pray - if you are religious
*Take a warm bath (try some aromatherapy)
*Do a hobby that is soothing to you
*Enlist the help of family and friends
*Don’t overextend yourself
Be an Advocate for Your Child
Often we hear people talk about how resilient children are these days. This is true in many ways, but they still need parental guidance and protection. Especially as they grow older, we as parents, tend to think they don’t need us anymore when they still do. Each child is different as we have seen and they each react differently to a parent’s mental illness.
Some children feel ashamed or embarrassed by the stigma associated with their parent’s mental illness. Often they cannot invite friends home due to an ill parent or are teased by their peers. This can cause them to withdrawal from their peers and community. It is important as a parent that you educate your child ab
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